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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 The following explains how to use this neckband speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Getting started Parts and controls Power source/charging Charging the neckband speaker
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a call Information About the indicator on the neckband speaker Notes on use Precautions Notes on charging Notes on water resistant feature How to care for the neckband speaker About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties Trademarks Troubleshooting 2
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can I do to solve a problem? Power supply Unable to charge the neckband speaker Unable to turn on the neckband speaker or the neckband speaker suddenly turns off Sound No sound/Sound from only one speaker component/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Parts and controls 1. (power)/ (BLUETOOTH) button 2. Indicator (lights in orange or blue) Stays lit in orange while battery charging is in progress. The power or communication state of the neckband speaker is indicated by the orange or blue indicator. 3.
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Charging the neckband speaker The neckband speaker is equipped with a rechargeable built-in lithium ion battery. Charge the battery with a commercially available USB AC adaptor and the supplied USB Type-C® cable before using the neckband speaker. When
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via an HFP (Hands-free Profile) BLUETOOTH connection, the remaining battery power of the neckband speaker is displayed on the widget screen of the iPhone. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the iPhone. Note that the remaining battery power displayed on the iPhone may
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neckband speaker to an AC outlet or a computer automatically turns off the neckband speaker. While connected with a power source, the neckband speaker the neckband speaker stop the neckband speaker once neckband speaker. Do not charge the neckband speaker neckband speaker neckband speaker neckband speaker
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Turning the power on 1 Press and hold the (power)/ (BLUETOOTH) button for about 2 seconds until you hear voice guidance (Power ON). The neckband speaker turns on and the indicator starts flashing in blue. When the neckband speaker has no pairing
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Turning the power off 1 Press and hold the (power)/ (BLUETOOTH) button for about 2 seconds until you hear voice guidance (Power OFF). The neckband speaker turns off and the blue indicator goes out. Related Topic Automatic Power Off function 5-030-725-11
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Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Automatic Power Off function The neckband speaker automatically turns off when it is left unused for about 15 minutes after the BLUETOOTH connection with a BLUETOOTH device is terminated. Turning on/off the Automatic Power Off function 1 Turn on the neckband
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with a computer via a BLUETOOTH® connection (Windows) The process to register the information of a target device required for BLUETOOTH connection is called pairing. To use a device in combination with the neckband speaker
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2 Register the neckband speaker to the computer. For Windows 10 1. Click the [Start] button, then [Settings]. 2. Click [ then click [Add Bluetooth or other device]. 4. Click [Bluetooth]. 5. Select [SRS-NB10]. If [SRS-NB10] does not appear, perform the operation again from step . 6. After pairing,
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] or [Small icons] from the [View by] menu in the top right corner of the screen. 2. Click [Add a device]. 3. Select [SRS-NB10] and click [Next]. If [SRS-NB10] does not appear, perform the operation again from step . 4. When the following screen appears, click [Close]. The computer begins installing
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driver installation takes too much time, the Automatic Power Off function of the neckband speaker will cause it to turn off automatically. If this happens, turn on the neckband speaker again. 5. Right-click on [SRS-NB10] in [Devices] and select [Sound settings] from the menu that appears. 6. Confirm
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select [Show Disabled Devices] from the menu that appears. Then proceed to step -7. 7. Right-click on [SRS-NB10 Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the neckband speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-NB10 Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. Proceed to step . 16
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] for [SRS-NB10 Stereo], select [Disable] for the [Default Device] that currently has a checkmark (green). 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH connected) from the neckband speaker and
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[SRS-NB10] is displayed. If [SRS-NB10] is not displayed, repeat the procedure all over again from step . If passkey entry is prompted on a computer with Windows 10 or Windows 8.1, enter "0000." The passkey may be called a "passcode," "PIN code," "PIN number," or "password." Note The neckband speaker
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with a paired computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Windows) 1 Press and hold the (power)/ (BLUETOOTH) button for about 2 seconds until you hear voice guidance (Power ON). The neckband speaker turns on and the indicator
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4. Select [SRS-NB10] from the devices listed under [Audio] and click [Connect]. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH connected) from the neckband speaker and the indicator on the neckband speaker starts flashing in blue. For Windows 8.1 1. On the Start
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If [SRS-NB10] is not displayed on the [Sound] screen, right-click on the [Sound] screen, then select [Show Disconnected Devices]. 5. From the menu that appears, select [Connect]. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH connected) from the neckband speaker and
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to the operating instructions supplied with your computer instructions supplied with your computer. If the previously connected BLUETOOTH device is nearby, turning on the neckband speaker the operating instructions supplied with your computer. Related Topic Connecting the neckband speaker with a
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) The process to register the information of a target device required for BLUETOOTH connection is called pairing. To use a device in combination with the neckband speaker via
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of the screen. 2. Select [SRS-NB10] from the Bluetooth screen, then click [Pair]. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH connected) from the neckband speaker and the indicator on the
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minute before [SRS-NB10] is displayed. If [SRS-NB10] is not displayed, repeat the procedure all over again from step . If passkey entry is prompted on a Mac computer, enter "0000." The passkey may be called a "passcode," "PIN code," "PIN number," or "password." Note The neckband speaker comes out of
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with a paired computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) Supported operation systems macOS Catalina (version 10.15) Before proceeding, make sure of the following: Set the speaker of your computer to on. If the speaker of
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the neckband speaker and the indicator on the neckband speaker starts flashing in blue. 3 Click the speaker icon in the top-right of the screen and select [Output Device] - [SRS-NB10]. You can now enjoy music, etc. playing on the computer via the neckband speaker. Hint The above instructions are
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pair them all over again. For details of operations on the computer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. Related Topic Connecting the neckband speaker with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with an Android™ smartphone or an iPhone operating instructions supplied with the Android smartphone or iPhone at hand for reference. 1 Put the neckband speaker into pairing mode. When you pair the neckband speaker with
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4. Tap [SRS-NB10]. If [SRS-NB10] is not displayed on the screen, tap [ ] at the top right corner and then tap [Refresh]. On the iPhone: 1. Tap [Settings]. 2. Tap [Bluetooth]. 3. Tap [ ] to change it to [ ]. 4. Tap [SRS-NB10]. 30
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with the neckband speaker, the neckband speaker is reconnected with the Android smartphone or iPhone right after it is turned on. The above instructions are provided as an example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your Android smartphone or iPhone. When [SRS-NB10] and
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over again. The neckband speaker can be paired with multiple devices, but can only play music from one paired device at a time. Related Topic Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation 32
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with a paired Android smartphone or a paired iPhone via a BLUETOOTH connection 1 Press and hold the (power)/ (BLUETOOTH) button for about 2 seconds until you hear voice guidance (Power ON). The neckband speaker turns on
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Tap [ ] to change it to [ ]. 3 Tap [SRS-NB10]. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH connected) from the neckband speaker and the indicator on the neckband speaker starts flashing in blue. Hint The above instructions are provided as an example. For details
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Related Topic Connecting the neckband speaker with an Android™ smartphone or an iPhone via a BLUETOOTH connection Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation 35
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with a computer and a smartphone in multipoint connection Multipoint connection is to connect 2 BLUETOOTH devices to the neckband speaker and use one of them for music playback (A2DP connection) and the other for call
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next to [SRS-NB10]. On the [Paired devices] screen, deselect [Call audio]. 4. Connect the neckband speaker with a Mac computer. Operate the Mac computer to establish a BLUETOOTH connection with the neckband speaker. 5. Connect the neckband speaker with a smartphone. The neckband speaker is connected
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with a music player and a smartphone in multipoint connection Multipoint connection is to connect the neckband speaker with 2 BLUETOOTH devices and use one of them for music playback (A2DP connection) and the other for
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with 2 Android smartphones in multipoint connection When a BLUETOOTH connection is established between the neckband speaker and a smartphone, music playback and phone talking are, in general, simultaneously available via
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instructions supplied with your Android smartphone. Note On the device connected solely for music playback (A2DP) in multipoint connection, the remaining battery power of the neckband speaker is not correctly displayed. Related Topic Charging the neckband speaker 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Connecting the neckband speaker with an Android smartphone and an iPhone in multipoint connection When a BLUETOOTH connection is established between the neckband speaker and a smartphone, music playback and phone talking are, in general, simultaneously
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example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your Android smartphone and iPhone. Note On the device connected solely for music playback (A2DP) in multipoint connection, the remaining battery power of the neckband speaker is not correctly displayed. Related Topic Charging
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection You can enjoy listening to music of a BLUETOOTH device and operate it by the neckband speaker via BLUETOOTH connection if it supports the following BLUETOOTH profiles. A2DP (Advanced Audio
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remains paused. Hint When the volume of the neckband speaker is maximized or minimized, you hear a notification react incorrectly to the operations on the neckband speaker. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, it BLUETOOTH device connected with the neckband speaker, the communication environment or
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Selecting the quality for music playback via BLUETOOTH connections (Codec) The "Priority on Sound Quality" and "Priority on Stable Connection" preferences are available on the neckband speaker for the quality for music playback via BLUETOOTH connections.
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) When you are . For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Turn off the BLUETOOTH device. Turn off the neckband speaker. Hint Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, ending
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Making a video call on a computer During a video call on a computer, you can use the neckband speaker for wireless phone talking. 1 Connect the neckband speaker with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection. 2 Launch a video call application on the computer
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the neckband speaker with a paired computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) Connecting the neckband speaker with a computer and a smartphone in multipoint connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) What can I do to solve a problem? 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Receiving a call As long as your BLUETOOTH mobile phone supports HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile), you can talk hands-free on the phone through the built-in microphones of the neckband speaker. If your BLUETOOTH mobile phone supports
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may not pause when an incoming call arrives. Use a BLUETOOTH mobile phone at least 50 cm (1.6 ft) away from the neckband speaker. Noise may result if the neckband speaker and the BLUETOOTH mobile phone are too close. Depending on the model of your smartphone, the operation system or applications
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Related Topic Connecting the neckband speaker with an Android™ smartphone or an iPhone via a BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Making a call 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation 51
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Making a call You can enjoy hands-free calls with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone that supports the BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Handsfree Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile) via BLUETOOTH connection. If your BLUETOOTH mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP, set it to
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listening to music before the call. Hint The volume for music playback and the volume for phone talking are set independently on the neckband speaker. Changing the volume during a phone conversation does not affect the volume for music playback. Note Depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, playback
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 About the indicator on the neckband speaker The indicator provides the following information concerning the neckband speaker. : Lit in blue / : Lit in orange / -: Unlit The neckband speaker is turned on - (Flashes twice in blue.) If the remaining
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is complete: (Flashes 4 times in blue.) For details, see Initializing the neckband speaker. The Automatic Power Off function is turned off: - - - - - in blue.) Related Topic Parts and controls Initializing the neckband speaker 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation 56
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Precautions On safety Refer to the Reference Guide supplied with the neckband speaker. Important information such as the model name is located on the bottom of the neckband speaker. If you experience discomfort while using the neckband speaker, stop
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°F)). If the neckband speaker is used or left in outside the above range, the neckband speaker may automatically stop to protect internal circuitry. If you have any questions or problems concerning the neckband speaker that are not covered in this Help Guide, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 5-030
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Notes on charging Life span of the built-in lithium ion battery Even if you do not intend to use the neckband speaker for a long time, charge the built-in battery sufficiently once every 6 months to maintain its performance. If the neckband speaker is
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speaker consumes the battery power of the computer. Do not leave the computer with the neckband speaker connected for a long period of time to prevent the computer's battery from running out of power. Related Topic Charging the neckband speaker 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Notes on water resistant feature Water resistant performance of the neckband speaker The neckband speaker, with the cap closed securely, has a water resistant specification of IPX4*1 as specified in "Degree of protection against splashing water" of the
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 How to care for the neckband speaker You can use the neckband speaker more comfortably and for a longer period of time by following the maintenance procedure below. Keep the neckband speaker from being exposed to chemical ingredients of a product, such
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology The BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a range of about 30 m (about 98 ft). Supported version and profiles of the BLUETOOTH standard A profile is a set of functions standardized for every characteristic
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should not be used with such a device via BLUETOOTH connection. Keep the neckband speaker away from a device, such as a TV, a radio, or a tuner. Use of the neckband speaker in the vicinity of such a device may cause noise in audio from the device. 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation 65
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Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts of situations. 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Trademarks Android is a trademark of Google LLC. The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. WALKMAN and WALKMAN logo are registered trademarks
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 What can I do to solve a problem? If the neckband speaker does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue. Find the symptoms of the issue in this Help Guide and try any corrective actions listed. Charge the neckband speaker.
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Unable to charge the neckband speaker When a commercially available USB AC adaptor is in use, make sure that the USB cable is connected securely to the neckband speaker and the USB AC adaptor. Then, make sure that the USB AC adaptor is connected securely
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Unable to turn on the neckband speaker or the neckband speaker suddenly turns off If the indicator stays lit in blue for 2 seconds and goes out, after the neckband speaker is turned on, and then the neckband speaker turns off, the rechargeable built-in
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Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 No sound/Sound from only one speaker component/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or low voice from callers Make sure that both the neckband speaker instructions supplied with your computer. If the neckband speaker
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a tuner. Use of the neckband speaker in the vicinity of such a device may cause noise in audio from the device. Related Topic Connecting the neckband speaker with an Android™ smartphone or an ) About the indicator on the neckband speaker Receiving a call Making a call 5-030-725-11(1) Copyright 2021
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Unable to pair the neckband speaker with a BLUETOOTH device Bring the BLUETOOTH device within a distance of 1 m (3.2 ft) from the neckband speaker. Once the neckband speaker is initialized, it may fail to connect with the previously paired iPhone. In
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Resetting the neckband speaker In the event of the following, press the (power)/ (BLUETOOTH) button and the (microphone off) button simultaneously while charging is in progress to reset the neckband speaker. You cannot operate the neckband speaker after
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Help Guide Wireless Neckband Speaker SRS-NB10 Initializing the neckband speaker If the neckband speaker fails to operate successfully after you reset it, initialize the neckband speaker to resume its factory default settings. Make sure the neckband speaker is turned off, and then press the (power)/